CONNEMARA MASTERCLASS INTENSIVE:
June 23rd – 27th “Impressionism” and June 30th – July 4th Abstract Expressionism are
held at our Ballinaboy Studio near Clifden, Co. Galway. Tutored by Kenneth & Susan.
Cost €550 for one course or €1,000 for both. These are our most advanced classes.

FEES

€240 per term of 6 weeks, 1 class per week.
€420 per term of 6 weeks, 2 classes per week.
€540 per term of 6 weeks, 3 classes per week.

The Irish School of Landscape Painting, founded by Kenneth Webb in 1957, is the original and foremost Holiday Painting School in Ireland. Each summer the School offers courses in some of Ireland’s most breathtaking locations. With more than 50 years experience, these are chosen carefully, taking into account each participant’s skills.

PAINTING COURSES – Summer painting courses are conducted in Wicklow and Connemara by experienced professional artists, Kenneth and Susan Webb. Absolute beginners, as well as more advanced students, are equally welcome. Individual expression is encouraged in an instructive and friendly atmosphere.

WORKPLAN – Students paint outdoors every day, weather permitting. Permanent fully equipped comfortable studio available in case of inclement weather. Tuition is from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm with a one hour break for lunch. (Bring your own thermos and packed lunch!).

DEMONSTRATIONS- Each full day begins with a demonstration from the tutor in oils, watercolours, acrylics, gouache, or mixed media. Afterwards, he or she will help each student to a personal interpretation. The subject matter is constantly varied so that those joining for several weeks need not fear unnecessary repetition. Advanced students are encouraged to explore their own ideas and will receive advice as required. Special morning demonstrations in the Blue Door Studio begin at 11 am and finish at 1 pm after tea/coffee and cake and Q and A.

STUDIOS – Studios are always available in case the weather drives us indoors. Demonstrations indoors when necessary, as well as lectures and discussions using video of different artists and techniques.

BOOKINGS: A non-refundable deposit of 50 euros must be sent made payable to Susan Webb, at RiverRun Studio, Nun’s Cross, Ashford, Co. Wicklow, to secure place.

WEEKENDS FOR ART GROUPS: Special themed courses arranged by request. Reduced fee for groups of six plus booking together.
Susan is available to give demonstrations/lectures for local art groups.
ART MATERIALS – available locally. Hire of easel/stool by request only.

EXHIBITIONS: An exhibition of paintings by tutors and some of our members will run at the Main Hall at the RDS, opening at the 14th of November closing 5 pm Sunday the 17th. Also at the Heritage Centre in Ashford, Co. Wicklow.

MASTERCLASS: These classes take the student to a more advanced level which includes abstraction – colour and texture. These are the original MASTERCLASSES, conducted under the personal supervision of Kenneth Webb and Susan Webb.

FRANCE/ITALY: If you are interested in a painting holiday in Italy or France call Susan on 083 4577220.

Ireland Painting Holidays

The work of the school has continued in 2018 ending with a huge exhibition of Kenneth Webb at the RDS. This has taken much of the energy and time of both Susan and Kenneth so that we did not participate in the Craft Fair this year. As well the exhibition saw the launching of the Kenneth Webb Foundation which will carry on with preserving Kenneth’s legacy into the future. We have the rare opportunity with the Irish School of Landscape Painting to see Kenneth painting and demonstrating throughout the year. These are opportunities not to be missed.

Kenneth Webb turned 92 on the 21st of January 2019. The Kenneth Webb Foundation in association with Gladwell & Patterson, London hosted the most ambitious and successful exhibition of Kenneth’s Paintings December 13th – 18th 2018 in the RDS in Dublin. The exhibition, Kenneth Webb and the Tec-Tank was a fusion of Art and Technology as Kenneth worked with his Grandson Donovan, to create the experience. Over the 5 days they hosted over 1000 guests to 170 extraordinary paintings which traveled from China, New York, Florida, London and all over Ireland. All the paintings were for sale at the exhibition.

It was not a retrospective exhibition, although many paintings were from the late 50’s. It was to celebrate his achievements now and then with 12 new huge masterpieces that Kenneth painted in 2018 while being videoed by Donovan. The videos were displayed next to the paintings showing a glimpse of a truly great artist of 92, during the creation process. A remarkable experience. Guests came smiling and left with even bigger smiles. A wonderful success.